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GPs expect ‘blockbuster’ fundraises in 2025

Private Equity Wire

In terms of exit strategies, private equity professionals are planning for a dynamic and competitive landscape. More than half of GPs (54%) expect trade sales to be the most active exit route over the next two years, with 50% considering two portfolio companies for an IPO during the same period. In terms of AUM, 4.3%

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History Says This Is When the Stock Market Might Slow Down

The Motley Fool

These average returns are based on the past 50 years: Period Average Return January through April 3.91% May through October 1.79% November to the end of the year 3.13% Data per Google Finance. Source: Google Finance and yCharts. Calculations by author. May-October 2022 (6.3%) May-October 2021 10.2% May-October 2020 12.3%

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5 Tips to Save Big on Your Next Costco Haul

The Motley Fool

Go in with an exit strategy One of the big complaints about all warehouse stores is the need to buy everyday items -- like fruits and vegetables -- in bulk. In personal finance matters, it's all about saving as much money as possible, and requesting a price adjustment is one of the fastest and easiest ways to save.

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PE managers see slower fundraising and more conservative valuations in 2024

Private Equity Wire

The 2024 report, which examines the latest trends in fund finance, M&A and leveraged finance as well as progress on ESG and DEI, reveals that the industry is bracing itself for a challenging year as the impact of higher interest rates, tighter liquidity and slower deal markets continues to be felt.

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This Magnificent 4.1%-Yielding Dividend Stock Continues to Gear Up for More Growth

The Motley Fool

NGPL is a textbook example of Brookfield's acquire, enhance, and exit strategy. It's issuing $900 million in stock to help finance that acquisition, freeing up its cash for other potential deals. The sale will reduce Brookfield's interest in the pipeline company to 25% while boosting ArcLight's to 37.5%.

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Seward & Kissel launches private credit group 

Private Equity Wire

US law firm Seward & Kissel has launched a private credit practice, which will be based within the firm’s existing corporate finance practice, to handle its growing work within the $1.6tn private credit asset class.

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A Side Hustle Isn't Easy Money -- but This Strategy Is

The Motley Fool

And if you're plugging away at a side hustle that's seriously eating into your spare time, you may want to plan for a similar exit strategy. The good news, though, is that my friend may not have to work his side hustle for that much longer.